Abstract
Syphilis was a major cause of morbidity and mortality during the past 500 years and perhaps earlier. 1 Quetel C The history of syphilis. Johns Hopkins University Press, Baltimore1990 Google Scholar Penicillin treatment for syphilis substantially reduced prevalence in many countries, and the elimination of syphilis is thought to be an achievable goal, at least in the developed world. 2 Rompalo AM Can syphilis be eradicated from the world?. Curr Opin Infect Dis. 2001; 14: 41-44 Crossref PubMed Scopus (23) Google Scholar However, to paraphrase Mark Twain, rumours of the demise of syphilis seem to have been exaggerated. Syphilis in China: results of a national surveillance programmeThe results suggest that a range of unique biological and social forces are driving the spread of syphilis in China. A national campaign for detection and treatment of syphilis, and a credible prevention strategy, are urgently needed. Full-Text PDF
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